Today is the Lantern Festival, and it is also the day when the world hates coriander. On this festive day, let's talk about an interesting topic: why do some people shy away from coriander, even because they think it smells soapy?
The World Hates Coriander Day Coriander, a seasoning plant that originated in the Mediterranean region and was later introduced to China, is for many people the finishing touch to the cuisine. For others, however, the taste of coriander is unbearable. This discrepancy, scientists have discovered, is actually related to our genes.
A California-based genetic testing company surveyed 50,000 volunteers and found that those who hated cilantro had a common variant in the olfactory receptor gene on chromosome 11. This variation makes them particularly sensitive to certain chemicals in coriander, which are the "soapy smell" of coriander.
This discovery not only provides a scientific explanation for those who hate cilantro, but also makes us realize that taste preferences may not be entirely acquired. Genes, the mysterious sequence that determines the characteristics of our bodies, also play a role in our taste world.
This discovery has aroused widespread attention and discussion among netizens. Some people say that they have finally found the "scientific evidence" for not liking coriander, while others wonder if there are other food preferences that are also related to genes. This not only gives us a new understanding of the power of genes, but also gives us a deeper understanding of the diversity and individual differences of food.
On this special day, whether we love or hate cilantro, we should celebrate our uniqueness. After all, it's these small differences that make up our colorful world. And for scientists, this is undoubtedly a valuable opportunity to explore the genetics of human taste.
So, do you love cilantro, or do you hate cilantro. Welcome to discuss